Tag Archives: magic realism

Historical fiction set in XVIIIth century Sweden, with fantastical elements, rather like magic realism. I wouldn’t call it a fantasy though (even thought it is catalogued that way). I liked the way the magical elements are seamlessly woven into matters … Continue reading →

Where is the winter weather? Well if you are looking for a book with a wintry theme, look no further than debut novel, The Snow Child, by Eowyn Ivey. This book is based on the Russian fairy tale , Snegurochka, … Continue reading →

Welcome to Newburgh Free Library’s blog Inspirations: a blog for readers and viewers.

At the Newburgh Free Library we would like to connect our community to the books and movies we love as well as get feedback from you on the books and movies that you love and want to share with others.

Of course we plan on introducing new titles that are coming out on the shelves at NFL, but we also hope to connect you with a hidden gem or two – things that you might not have discovered on your own. At our new blog, look forward to reading about staff picks, patron picks, nonfiction, mystery, and the newest in street fiction. It’s all up for discussion in Inspirations.